2025 Club World Cup: Real Madrid vs Al Hilal Draw 1-1

 Real Madrid failed to secure a victory in their match against Al Hilal in the 2025 Club World Cup. Los Blancos were held to a 1-1 draw by The Blue Waves.

The first matchday of Group H in the Club World Cup saw Real Madrid take on Al Hilal. The match was held at Hard Rock Stadium.

This match marked the debut for both teams' respective coaches. Xabi Alonso managed Real Madrid, while Al Hilal was led by Simone Inzaghi.

Real Madrid scored in the 34th minute. Gonzalo Garcia put his name on the scoreboard.

Garcia broke through Al Hilal's goal with a penalty kick inside the penalty box, capitalizing on Rodrygo's low cross. Real Madrid led 1-0.

Al Hilal equalized in the 41st minute. Ruben Neves' penalty kick successfully shook Real Madrid's net, changing the score to 1-1, which remained the halftime result.

Real Madrid nearly scored at the start of the second half. Los Blancos' wave of attacks in Al Hilal's penalty box were thwarted by goalkeeper Yassine Bounou.

Al Hilal responded in the 52nd minute. Marcos Leonardo's shot from inside the penalty box flew past the opponent's goal.

Real Madrid was awarded a penalty kick in injury time. Fran Garcia was fouled by Mohammed Al Qahtani in the penalty area.

Federico Valverde stepped up as Real Madrid's penalty taker. His low shot was saved by Bono, who kept his goal intact. The score remained 1-1 until the final whistle blew.